Making A Knife From Copper And Bandsaw Blades

[@MrDavercadaver]

Beautiful choppa! Little tip: you don’t want to cut too much wood on the same bandsaw you cut steel with, without cleaning out the dust collector first. That’s a shop fire waiting to happen.

[@JPsBladeworks]

That never crossed my mind. Thanks for the heads up 🫡

[@วงศกรกระแสหัน-ร7ฟ]

😊😊

[@วงศกรกระแสหัน-ร7ฟ]

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@terrywhite4702]

😊

[@13Voodoobilly69]

Seen a band saw fire in the machine shop I worked in. Just complete negligence by the person who cut the wood.

[@JSMCPN]

That copper "waveform" is amazing. Import an image of it into an audio editor and hear what it sounds like.

[@JPsBladeworks]

I have zero idea of how to do that

[@SueDohman]

I would imagine it would be a sharp sound. 😂

[@TomsBackyardWorkshop]

Shiinnng.

[@JSMCPN]

@@TomsBackyardWorkshop ⚔

[@Exodus-sh5mq]

​@JPsBladeworks I'm pretty sure it's a joke.

[@406751]

Bro…. Good job … I think you may be one of a few other knife makers on KZbin that constantly makes copper Damascus… Absolutely love the process. Knife looks amazing!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks. Glad you liked it. Im trying to work my way into mosaics soon. But thats a lot more complicated.

[@406751]

@@JPsBladeworks you’ll do well bud. I’m sure you know but look at a lot of Kyle Royer’s videos

[@JPsBladeworks]

@406751 i check out his work from time to time. Ive met him once. Cool guy.

[@wouldiwasshookspeared4087]

Love the running commentary, I know I'll probably never use any of this knowledge, but it's cool knowing why you're doing something to the blade. And lol at the shoes!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks for watching. I just started commentary a few months ago and im still trying to get it down.

[@swifty2844]

Like the talk over the video explaining your processes 👍👍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Glad you liked it

[@vf19blue]

Marvellous! That timber is absolutely gorgeous, great choice.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks. I love the look of paduak

[@jessereid8482]

I love that you used a solid bar of steel for the cutting edge. damascus is good for an outer layer, but I don't like it on the cutting edge because the different steels sharpen and dull differently, and the edge is less refined overtime. gorgeous build

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I dont do this for all damascus knives but i always do this if they incorporate copper or another soft steel.

[@DrTubeman]

Man, the copper & bandsaw chopper knife turned out absolutely spectacular and the wave pattern swirling is psychedelically hypnotic...a mighty fine build J P, cheers for the reel.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you.

[@exploringwithnug]

That is bad ass! I love it when copper is added to the metal! 👊💥

[@JPsBladeworks]

Glad you liked it

[@wilfredodiaz3445]

You need to be more careful when you are removing those scraps of wood from the band saw blade.. I was concerned just watching your fingers getting so close to the blade. Trust me you need those digits to continue to create those amazing blades that are works of art

[@JPsBladeworks]

Will do 🫡

[@joshwhite9211]

Was freaking me out too lol but the blade looks awesome.

[@ianjames2871]

Came to the comments to say how much anxiety I was getting watching him put his hands so close to the machines. Ik he is smart and careful and definitely has done it for a while, still tho had me crazy nervous

[@jamescameron8928]

I'd say bro's got it covered and knows the risks.

[@ironthornkoncepts]

Beautiful work!!! Thanx for sharing your process!!! ✌️😎👍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks for watching

[@suminagum6605]

I’ve watched a lot of these videos and you’re now in the top two favorites. You explain as you work and I’ve never seen copper forged together with steels. Beautiful knife. 👍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate the kind words.

[@rynether9878]

Very pretty knife, I love the handle too. Beautiful work.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you.

[@Zentron]

The wavy pattern of the copper does look really slick!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Im a fan of that look.

[@rosellabill]

I am mid way when you are explaning how you can't weld copper and you need to go all the way around. Thanks for the terms and explanations of the whole process. I enjoy hearing you as a professional telling us about the way you create the product on any video I watch. I subscribed !

[@JPsBladeworks]

Glad to help

[@eddcosterton5531]

Love all the safety comments as if we don’t have enough of that already. The guy knows what he's doing

[@JPsBladeworks]

👍

[@seivernoname-tz9uh]

We wont stop until his videos stop giving us anxiety about his fingers

[@anb2456]

really enjoyed the commentary, thank you for teaching us your skills

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for watching

[@gumbyslayer4250]

Homeboy is definitely going with the safety third

[@JPsBladeworks]

Do as i say not as i do 🙃

[@davidpeirce7914]

Nice knife build, I really like your discussion of the steps and your thinking as you go. Hope you also teach, you are very clear !

[@JPsBladeworks]

No i dont teach. Im still pretty early in my career and im learning tons. Hopefully i can get some teachers myself soon so i can improve faster

[@Uswesi1527]

Undoubtedly, definitely, a unique idea. The design is genuine. The Master Craftsman demonstrated a very advanced knowledge and expertise in metallurgy and metal treatment.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@riaannel3053]

Absolutely STUNNING !!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@deadwingdomain]

It amazes me the copper stays to itself. An you say the nickel gives contrast. Thats so fascinating.

[@JPsBladeworks]

The nickel etches silver while high carbon steels etch black. The copper braizes the steels together. Its a very strong bond.

[@kindredspiritzz66]

I appreciate you narrating the process for us

[@JPsBladeworks]

thanks

[@Steven5teven]

Another fine example of your workmanship!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@RegiPavan]

Masterpiece the knife and editing...

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@dmw1306]

Just Beautiful Brother. Your channel has given me some great guidance. Thank you.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Glad i could help

[@nmp3120]

Beautiful work. Really great chopper. You know your stuff.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@michaeldowney6533]

She's a beaut! I personally think it would look cool with the spine etched black as well, but that's just me.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Normally i would do it black but i wanted to try it like this since ive seen some knives with no black on the spine. Definitely makes the process easier but it doesnt look as nice.

[@ExaltedDuck]

Gorgeous blade. The copper on black is really striking. And don't get too comfy around that band saw. Time it takes to rip up a finger is a lot less than the time it takes to realize it's happening and react. (And I'm saying that with a half inch gash on my thumb from getting a little too comfy by the hacksaw blade on a clingwrap box in the kitchen a few days ago)

[@JPsBladeworks]

Them clingwrap boxes are dangerous 😳

[@ExaltedDuck]

@@JPsBladeworks yeah, who knew!

[@shaunsmith1825]

Amen to that. Your fingers get v. close to the band saw. Having worked in a joinery Ive seen too many ambulances and don't want you to need one. Stay safe.

[@ironhammer3734]

Super beautiful pattern buddy, the padauk compliments the copper perfectly. Great build!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. Glad you liked it

[@moeljas]

that's a sexy chopper. GET TO THA CHOPPPAHH!!!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

DA CHOPPPAHHH!!!

[@guyfromnj]

This is one of my favs you’ve done. Even if I’m one of those people that doesn’t watch immediately…

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks. All views are appreciated

[@guyfromnj]

@@JPsBladeworks man I appreciate you sharing the knowledge. Learned a lot from watching your vids.

[@TarotLadyLissa]

Love the copper! I bet your wife will be asking for a whole set of kitchen knives like this!!! I know I would!

[@JPsBladeworks]

If i had a wife 🥲🤣

[@TarotLadyLissa]

@@JPsBladeworks aww, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have assumed.

[@jayceecombs6887]

I do so enjoy a copper build in a blade! Tell me: Do you showcase your builds... sell them? I would look forward to seeing, discussing, acquiring some of your work. Thank you, J

[@JPsBladeworks]

I have a website but i need to update it and make a few knives so i can have on there. Its tough finding the time to make something thats not a youtube video these days.

[@guyfromnj]

It’s amazing how easy your billet comes out the can.

[@JPsBladeworks]

It's all in the prep

[@guyfromnj]

@@JPsBladeworks yeah man. Spray paint over white out seems to be the trick. It’s amazing. Squashing from the top first too seems to work better than I’ve been shown in the past. I’ve always seen folks do the sides first but watching you how can you argue? Never seen it come out so easy in my life. Great stuff.

[@JPsBladeworks]

@guyfromnj the preseason I do top first is because the lids are the weak point. So I can get a solid weld and pressure from all side in the first press. Before I used to go just sides and the caps would pop off and the ends of my billet would not weld properly. Now I don't have that issue.

[@guyfromnj]

@@JPsBladeworks yeah no doubt. Your billets are beautiful. It’s masterful stuff man.

[@guyfromnj]

@@JPsBladeworks it obviously makes a better billet. Having watched so many people make canisters it’s awesome to see how well yours come out.

[@David-if9vi]

This is as good as anything you see coming out of Japan. This knife is unique. Kind regards, and greetings from Africa.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. Greetings from America

[@nickp.777]

It definitely does have a wrought iron look to it! I like it, great job Sir!!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you!

[@Blupa.]

Amazing build, superb result 👏👏👏

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@tonyjuliano4673]

That is gorgeous! Awesome work sir. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for watching

[@hawkeye7834]

That's really beautiful excellent job building that

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@hawkeye7834]

@@JPsBladeworks u are very welcome

[@renepicard8113]

You have really improved your skills great job

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I try my best.

[@PaulGriffin-ox1gp]

If you want to do stabilized wood you need a good vacuum chamber with vac pump and the best thing is to get in touch with a few micarta mfc comp to get the ins and outs with different types of epoxy. I used cactus juice brand to actually be the best performer for stabilized wood. You have a cost to this and it has to do with time. It really takes a lot of time. You can get stabilized wood from some suppliers but you have to take into account that they usually have large vats that they do bulk stabilized wood and it's not going to be that superb choice that you may want.

[@JPsBladeworks]

how long does it usually take to stabilize woods? I have some padauk that i want to stabilize. I need to tool up but that shouldnt be an issue once i decide to take the leap into it.

[@PaulGriffin-ox1gp]

@@JPsBladeworks stabilized wood varies due to the fact it is a natural that has density and moisture and so many different things that can ruin it. Most of your high-end stabilized woods are done in small batches. But if you want to know how to mitigate some of this, I would suggest you contact the Cactus Juice company and get them to give you a better scale than probably any company can give you since they are the best wood stabilizer and have been around for a long time. I've actually helped build a couple of really nice rifles that had stabilized wood that you couldn't get from any source. I don't know how the good Dr. Had come up with the stocks but he made sure that these $7500 guns, this was in 1997-98 that we built the three rifles was after the stocks and all the other stuff was done, come in at around $25-35,000 and that was with the lower grade of the three. But it just gives you a idea that you can find a real treasure in your backyard. He had a tree cut off of his property here in North Georgia that was a native tree. I think it was actually black cherry burl that was classed as a AAAA which is the ultra best and rarest of finds. I had seen the stump and it was 35-39 inches in width. He had a set of three knives forged by some big name back in the day. That's three knives for each rifle. He had his, son in law, and grandson all done. It took us about 15 months to build those rifles and build the displays and carry cases. A person that does blacksmithing needs to get their hands into everything that they can learn and use. I like to go out and look for those burls and I like to do hand worked wood work like hewing and using a adze as well as build true classic log cabins that can surprise a few with no nail pining of the timbers.

[@d0sitmatr]

in all seriousness, that is an absolutely gorgeous build man ! very well done, very well explained, going to pass this video onto my son who is a hopeful blacksmith (his choice)

[@JPsBladeworks]

Much appreciated!

[@measure_once_cut_twice]

The guy that just quietly dominates over here... Needless to say, I subbed

[@JPsBladeworks]

I appreciate it

[@HappilyHomicidalHooligan]

That is a truly GORGEOUS Blade...

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@jackavalon8366]

Spectacular! And excellent control of which steel ends up where in the blade

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@ghuber480]

I love that copper in the blade

[@JPsBladeworks]

Me too

[@SimonAmazingClarke]

Excellent work. It's wonderful watching a craftsman at work. That was a lot of hours, what would something like that cost?

[@JPsBladeworks]

Not sure. I never check my hours on these builds and since im really on a time crunch to get the video out sometimes i dont necessarily make something im willing to sell because im so picky with my work. This one im not sure i would sell.

[@tat2ninja]

Outstanding piece of functional art!

[@JPsBladeworks]

thank you

[@just_jays_life]

Man, that copper Damascus knife is hot. Looks great! Good luck judging the viking challenge!

[@JPsBladeworks]

thanks

[@DUBYATRADER-ke4nt]

That's amazing!!! Great work!!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@ToddJDutt]

Really nice blade! What a fun concept with the copper in the core of it all. The handle could use more symmetry but overall very clean work!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@Comingwings]

Thank you for video without music 😊

[@JPsBladeworks]

I aim to please

[@grendalnewgod]

You can trace the profile of the handle onto one piece of scale material, mark and drill pin locations, then stack and pin continuing and opposing scale material in order to make fewer cuts while making the handle. Layers 1A, 1B, 1C, 2C, 2B, 2A temporarily pinned, then cut.

[@JPsBladeworks]

I normally do 1 scale one camera then i pin it to the other to even out the holes and to get the same layout off camera.

[@laurenmendes9087]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@mtnbkr8480]

Good luck with the viking build. 👍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks Mountain Biker!

[@snow_tacknives2024]

Awesome job! What do you use for outside canister can just mild steel? Any links to 1090 powder supply? Thanks!

[@JPsBladeworks]

I use regular mild steel tube. I'd recommend 1/8 in walls. No need to use any thicker since it will not be any benefit but it will cost more. And this is where I'd get it. maritimeknifesupply.ca/products/1090-powder-2-nickel?variant=39630768177319

[@snow_tacknives2024]

@@JPsBladeworks Thanks bro! Keep up the outstanding forging!

[@yofyo]

that turned out so good I have no idea how that's possible man INSANE JOB

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. Glad you liked it.

[@patriot1303]

Love the video - modern blacksmithing is very interesting!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Glad you liked it!

[@rictoectol9814]

It wasn’t safety done, but it is VERY beautiful. Artists and craftsmen aren’t always fully understood during their time. With all of his fingers and toes he’s obviously a craftsman that is a subject matter expert. Damn beautiful.

[@JPsBladeworks]

knock on wood. i love my fingers and toes.

[@LuisdaCosta-w1v]

Buy more cooffe sir. You deserve it . Wonderful work.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@kunalroyKR]

Very fine workmanship 👏👏 👍 🗡️🗡️

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@ozarkscarguy540]

The padauk looks good with the copper and dark black contrast. I stabilize wood. I haven't done padauk because its so naturally oily and therefore pretty water resistant. Maybe i should though? I have a bunch of it.

[@JPsBladeworks]

I have a whole board of paduak i bought to stabilize but i havent bought the equipment for stabilizing yet. Maybe next month.

[@ozarkscarguy540]

@JPsBladeworks it's used for decking and cutting boards. It would probably be fine not stabilized. When you do start though you'll use a lot more resin than you think.

[@Dontfearthereaper001]

Use cobalt bits for drilling through hardened steels. Works great.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Ill have to give it a try. I normally shy away because they are twice the price over hss or black oxide drill bits.

[@thatlarsguyrl7737]

Instant sub. Love the commentary, extremely informative.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks i appreciate it.

[@ashleychambers7602]

Wow!!!! Thats a work of art

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@derrick_builds]

That is a lot work. Thanks for making the video.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks for watching

[@markneeley4081]

Beautiful blade Brother Great Work

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@kendazley7230]

Super cool blade JP! I liked it even before you etched it.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. The copper always looks good on a knife

[@knauerkustom]

Thanks for the nice video! btw: I use Padauk often with my guitar builds, there is no need to stabilize ist. it´s dense and keeps its dimensions very good! some use it even as material for fretboards - the it has to stay stable and hold the frets etc. And padauk needs UV resistant finish to hold the vibrant red hues. it shifts very fast to poop brown :D

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for the info. Ill look for some of that uv resistent finish so i can spray the wood.

[@nicounrico]

Sik copper Damascus. New subscriber. Fantastic work JP.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed and I appreciate the support.

[@lorrieleopard1072]

"Don't judge, wearing sandals" I'm More worried about that tan line tbh XD

[@JPsBladeworks]

Im a mexican. I brown easily 🤣 plus i wear shorts daily and live in florida 😅

[@lorrieleopard1072]

I'm also in Florida, I have flipflop tan lines lmao

[@JPsBladeworks]

@@lorrieleopard1072 only way to do it in florida

[@R.J.MacReady1982]

Wow. The can at the beginning is so interesting. Never heard of this before.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Heard of what?

[@R.J.MacReady1982]

@@JPsBladeworks forging inside that square stock. That was really cool.

[@cirrusdesigngroup]

Thanks, man. Well done really appreciate your videos

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate you watching.

[@claudiasaucedo420]

That is a gorgeous knife.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@iamnoone9041]

That is a beautiful beast of a blade

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@scottpitner4298]

Wow dude this looks really nice!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@ChazBword]

Absolutely beautiful blade.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@JamEWalsh]

Daaammn that's a fine lookin' knife there, sir!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you sir

[@J1fcl0wn]

Wow. Seeing this makes me wish I had started my journey sooner, not like now when my health is not good along with my age

[@JPsBladeworks]

I think we all wish we started sooner. Im 30 right now and started at 27. I wish i started at 20 or even 18. Id be so much farther along i would like to think.

[@ronwilliamson8384]

That's a crazy beautiful piece of work brother, job well done

[@JPsBladeworks]

thank you

[@wgkincheloe2458]

What a sick build!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@goofenheimerschnickelfritz1084]

That looks great!

[@JPsBladeworks]

thanks

[@Lifeaccordingtochrizz]

Absolutely gorgeous knife

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@upallnyte2000]

Just gorgeous

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@albertomarino242]

Quite beautiful!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@JMWexperience]

That is amazing looking! It reminds me of an ECG electrocardiogram pattern 😊

[@JPsBladeworks]

Very much so

[@joerobertson7887]

Beautiful work. That thing is a "chopper" for sure.

[@JPsBladeworks]

You got that right!

[@Oz710]

Beautiful work. Turned out incredible. Fine job good sir.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@jim2329]

wow - that's a beautiful knife!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for watching

[@ClassicSteelRC]

Absolutely gorgeous knife!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@jimhammond2307]

You are very skilled. Very nice knife

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@HappilyHomicidalHooligan]

14:50 Perhaps use the platen edge to get the bulk of the shaping done and then use the small wheel you usually use to finish taking it down to size... That might save time in future builds without increasing the hand sanding you have to do...

[@JPsBladeworks]

I detest handsanding 😅

[@HappilyHomicidalHooligan]

@@JPsBladeworks Most of us do... 😄😁😆😅😂🤣

[@GrantBuxton-e7b]

Thank you for teaching us

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for watching

[@Mike-mm2bt]

That is absolutely beautiful job well done

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you very much!

[@patrickconkright460]

Gorgeous knife. Amazing video.

[@JPsBladeworks]

thanks. i appreciate it

[@supperwelder]

That is a beautiful chopper ❤❤

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@hookedoutfitters4153]

Would you mind doing a video on your Prius? I would like to see how it’s made. Enjoy your videos. Thank you for teaching me a lot just getting started.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Prius?

[@sakaj]

Thanks for detailed explanation throughout video.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks for watching

[@GregorHehl]

That looks amazing

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks